Emergency Communications Dispatcher – 24/7 Public Safety

National Public Safety Careers; Latty Township (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers advertises police dispatcher opportunities in Latty, Ohio. Dispatchers support law enforcement by taking calls, coordinating radio communications, and handling records-related duties as required by the agency.

Typical responsibilities include logging requests, assigning incidents to officers, tracking status, and coordinating with nearby agencies. Basic requirements include a high school diploma and typing, with additional screening and security training as needed.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training; experienced positions may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards.
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and agency procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after completing required training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing proficiency

Radio communication

Spoken/listening clarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers advertises police dispatcher opportunities in Latty, Ohio. Dispatchers support law enforcement by taking calls, coordinating radio communications, and handling records-related duties as required by the agency.

Typical responsibilities include logging requests, assigning incidents to officers, tracking status, and coordinating with nearby agencies. Basic requirements include a high school diploma and typing, with additional screening and security training as needed.